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Regiments / Re: The 19te Prussian Infantry - Est. 2011 **Round Nueve** [International]
« on: August 04, 2017, 10:48:23 pm »19te Regimental History
The Gaming Community
2011 – Humble Beginnings and Future Leaders/Relationships
Commanding Officer: Hauptmann Joshly
Executive Officer(s): Oberleutnant Ryan, Oberleutnant Steve
Founding Members: Mar94, Decibit, Deafbee, Steve
Founding and Success in Mount and Musket: Battalion
In April 2011, Joshly formed the 19te from the few members that went with him from a mainly European Prussian regiment that participated in Mount&Musket events. Over the next few months, the 19te strived to create a regiment that had – up until this point – never been done before by founding itself on the core values of integrity, sportsmanship, and fun inside and outside of events. The likes of Patriot (current Hauptmann), Moldplayer, Roble, and Shadow (current Leutnants), and many other gentlemen began during this year. The 19te saw a surge of attendance and prowess under the leadership of Joshly and Oberleutnants Ryan and Steve (at different times) at the helm. In both the North American and European fronts, the 19te participated in numerous linebattles, 1v1s, and competitive events. These engagements exemplified the 19te’s commitment towards conduct, proper formations, and strong melee background.
Prussian Army
During 2011, the 19te grew close with another regiment, the 1. Ostpreussische Infanterie (1stEPI), led by Hauptmann Argos and later Major Avoric. They consistently ran together in trainings and events as 2011 wore on. This friendship would soon blossom into a close relationship with the 1stEPI, which stands the test of time and games. They founded one of the oldest armies in the game – The Prussian Army. Founded on principles of striking a balance between unity and independence, the 19te, FK, and 1stEPI created an army that was organized on democratic rules and principles, and not through hierarchy. Both the 19te and the 1stEPI remain members today. The units trained together and routinely had discussions to solve common problems. Both regimental tactics and the North American Hardcore linebattle rules were created during the fledgling months.
2012 – Transition, Change, and Progression
Commanding Officer: Hauptmann Joshly
Executive Officer(s): Oberleutnant Steve, Oberleutnant Hippy, Oberleutnant Shadow, Oberleutnant Oda
In Review
The year of 2012 was certainly a time of transition for the 19te. Three Oberleutnants took and then passed on the position to the next in line. During this time, there was much growth in the regiment. The 19te continued to build on their foundations of good conduct in and out of linebattles, focus on fun and organization, and grew upon the community the 19te created. The 19te expanded into the other areas of the gaming community in Mount and Blade with games such as Mount&Gladius, Full Invasion, and North&South, to name a few. The 19te also grew into a gaming community. Part of the growth as a regiment was due to playing other games and bringing in members that were veterans of other communities. The executive officers saw to it and instilled a sense of community responsibility not seen in other groups today. The 19te set a trend towards acting just as disciplined in as well as out of game.
Pfunder and Husaren
In early 2012, the 19te added new detachments to the company. These detachments gave veteran members the opportunity to focus on other areas of the battle other than line infantry. These "Pfunden" (Artillery) and "Husaren" (Cavalry) comprised of veteran members (Sdt+ - gradual change to Gfr+), many of whom still play today in some capacity. The 19te became well known for their artillery capability under the leadership of Joshly and the cavalry benefited from the contributions of Hippy and other members. Our current Hauptmann, Patriot, currently serves as the most veteran Hussar. Our stability at Pfunder has now been found again under the leadership of Joshly and Aussie (Roble's currently on LOA).
Mount & Blade: Napoleonic Wars
The 19te made a smooth transition to the NW playing-field. Armed with more members than could be handled, the regiment started up much more advanced orders such as “fire and advance”, “cavalry blob”, and the ever-famous “goose wheel” became 19te-staples. Many events stayed the same, and the 19te handled the changes by adapting to the new developments, and remaining true to the foundations made in 2011.
2013 – Consistency
Commanding Officer: Hauptmann Joshly
Executive Officer(s): Oberleutnant Oda, Oberleutnant Patriot
In Review
2013 was a mainly consistent year for the 19te. Joshly continued on a prolonged hiatus, and Oda continued working various events and bringing the 19te into other areas of the gaming community (Heroes & Generals, North & South, etc.). Oda continued leading until the summer where he stepped down, and Patriot took over as Olt of the 19te. The 19te continued on the trek of maintaining, but "hairline fractures" emerged. Lower attendance and strife amongst the community began to simmer, and the 19te began a slow, but certain decent. It wasn't until 2014 that the community (and leadership) began making changes.
2014 – The Change of the Guard, Age of the Leutnants, and Resurgance
Commanding Officer: Hauptmann Joshly, Hauptmann Patriot
Executive Officer(s): Oberleutnant Patriot, Oberleutnant Nixa || Leutnant Aussie, Leutnant Roble, Leutnant Shadow
In Review
2014 marked a turn-around year for the 19te - a lot of change, revamp, and revision came. Some of the below pivotal events brought major change to the 19te, and showed that, in the celebration of the third anniversary, that the 19te was in for the "long haul". Of note, Joshly stepped down as Hauptmann and introduced Patriot as the new leader of the 19te. The change in position brought in Nixa as the last Oberleutnant (currently vacant) for the 19te to date. After Nixa stepped down, Leutnants became the "council" of decision makers; men such as Aussie, Roble, and Rapier led the majority of discussions. Shadow returned from a hiatus in the summer of 2014. Lastly, based on the decisions of the core players during the fracture taking place just before summer, the 19te saw a spike in attendance and overall activity. The fracture proved the 19te was stronger and able to handle situations.
2015 – Expansions and "New Blood"
Commanding Officer: Hauptmann Patriot
Executive Officer(s): Leutnant Moldplayer, Leutnant Aussie, Leutnant Roble, Leutnant Shadow, Leutnant Mustakraskish
In Review
2015 was the year of the resurgence of the EU community. Following an uptick of new EU members, the 19te picked up an additional training day and a weekday event to solidify their growth. This year also saw the rise of a number of promising EU leaders such as Eternal, who would become an officer the following year. There was also experimentation in the Oceanic community, where the 19te participated in an Oceanic event in anticipation of further expansion within the community. This experiment was later dropped due to various difficulties with availability, though as always, Oceanic applications were always welcome!
2016 – Retirement of Old Friends, and the Downsizing of the Leutnants
Commanding Officer: Hauptmann Patriot
Executive Officer(s): Leutnant Moldplayer, Leutnant Mustakraskish, Leutnant GunMan1942
In Review
TBD
2017– TBD
Commanding Officer: Hauptmann Patriot
Executive Officer(s): Leutnant Moldplayer, Leutnant GunMan1942
In Review
TBD
Historical Significance with Pictures
History of the Prussian Reserve Army, Napoleonic Wars
Introduction to the Prussian Reserve System (Krümper System)
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Upon defeating Prussia in the early Napoleonic Wars, Napoleon Bonaparte I remembered the legacy of Frederick the Great and wanted to ensure that Prussia never again poseed a threat. Thus, the terms dictated to the Prussians at the Convention of Paris were harsh. Prussia's 220,000 man army was to be reduced to 42,000; 22,000 could be infantry. Thirty-six battalions of infantry remained out of the 175 that Prussia previously fielded. The cavalry fared little better, being reduced from 38 regiments to 19. The artillery was also reduced proportionally. Despite the severity of these reductions, the once mighty Prussian army was merely down, not out.
General Gerhard Johan von Scharnhorst, the Army Adjutant General was one of a number of officers charged by King Frederick William II to find out what was wrong with Prussia's army and fix it. Scharnhorst's solution to the issue of force reductions came in a memorandum published July 31, 1807. He proposed establishing a system where every infantry company would yearly furlough 20 of its senior and older soldiers. At the same time this company would receive 20 recruits as replacements. The cycle would continue year after year and had the effect of placing the most experienced soldiers into a reserve status. The reasoning was that these individuals would need little training upon mobilization, to the extent that they could be used as cadre for new units as well.
This system, although ingenious, was not new. It had been discussed as far back as Frederick the Great, and had even been implemented in individual regiments. However, Scharnhorst’s plan was to implement it throughout the Prussian State. After little arguing, Scharnhorst was allowed to implement the plan. It was subtle enough that it would warrant little attention from the French, and still conformed to the treaty regulations. Due to this system, by 1811, more than 30,000 soldiers were ready for deployment at a moment’s notice, yet the regimental limit had not been breached. Thus, the reserve regiments were created.
General Gerhard Johan von Scharnhorst, the Army Adjutant General was one of a number of officers charged by King Frederick William II to find out what was wrong with Prussia's army and fix it. Scharnhorst's solution to the issue of force reductions came in a memorandum published July 31, 1807. He proposed establishing a system where every infantry company would yearly furlough 20 of its senior and older soldiers. At the same time this company would receive 20 recruits as replacements. The cycle would continue year after year and had the effect of placing the most experienced soldiers into a reserve status. The reasoning was that these individuals would need little training upon mobilization, to the extent that they could be used as cadre for new units as well.
This system, although ingenious, was not new. It had been discussed as far back as Frederick the Great, and had even been implemented in individual regiments. However, Scharnhorst’s plan was to implement it throughout the Prussian State. After little arguing, Scharnhorst was allowed to implement the plan. It was subtle enough that it would warrant little attention from the French, and still conformed to the treaty regulations. Due to this system, by 1811, more than 30,000 soldiers were ready for deployment at a moment’s notice, yet the regimental limit had not been breached. Thus, the reserve regiments were created.
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History of the 19th Prussian Reserve Regiment, West Prussia (At a Glance)
4th Westpreußisches 2nd Posen
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Commanding Officer - Oberst von Stengel
Total troop count - 2,447 (includes officers and soldiers)
Composed of three battalions - 1st, 2nd, and 3rd
Significant Battles (1813, 1814) - Dresden, Leipzig, Capitulation of Erfurt, Fanvillers and Sarrechamps, Laon, and Paris
Stationed in West Prussia. See map link below for more information.
http://freepages.family.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~trefzger/B_BadMapGermanStates.jpg
In 1813, the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd infantry battalions formed the 7th Reserve Infantry Regiment. In 1815, the 7th was activated and became the 19th Infantry Regiment.
Total troop count - 2,447 (includes officers and soldiers)
Composed of three battalions - 1st, 2nd, and 3rd
Significant Battles (1813, 1814) - Dresden, Leipzig, Capitulation of Erfurt, Fanvillers and Sarrechamps, Laon, and Paris
Stationed in West Prussia. See map link below for more information.
http://freepages.family.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~trefzger/B_BadMapGermanStates.jpg
In 1813, the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd infantry battalions formed the 7th Reserve Infantry Regiment. In 1815, the 7th was activated and became the 19th Infantry Regiment.
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19te Prussian Regimental Pictures
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19te - Post 1814 Reform | 19te - First Battalion |
19te - Second Battalion | 19te - Third Battalion |
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Thread composition credits:
Images - Please find the credits at the top of the "19te Uniform Picture" images
Historical Regiment Text - Sources from online and revised by Herr Oberst, Inn1x, Moldplayer, and Shadow
Gaming Community Text - Patriot, Joshly, Moldplayer, Nixa, and Shadow
Images - Please find the credits at the top of the "19te Uniform Picture" images
Historical Regiment Text - Sources from online and revised by Herr Oberst, Inn1x, Moldplayer, and Shadow
Gaming Community Text - Patriot, Joshly, Moldplayer, Nixa, and Shadow